Compare Atari 400 Mini vs Nintendo Wii U
In this technical comparison between the Atari 400 Mini and the Nintendo Wii U, we analyze the key features to help you choose.
Choosing between these two Home Consoles models often comes down to your budget, with prices around $119.99 / £99.99 and $299.99 (Basic) / $349.99 (Deluxe).
| Specifications |
Atari 400 Mini |
Nintendo Wii U |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | March 2024 | November 2012 |
| Performance | ||
| CPU | Allwinner H3 (Quad-core ARM Cortex-A7) | 1.24 GHz Tri-Core IBM PowerPC "Espresso" |
| GPU | ARM Mali-400 MP2 | 550 MHz AMD Radeon "Latte" |
| GPU Power | Optimized for 8-bit emulation | ~352 GFLOPS |
| RAM | 256 MB DDR3 | 2 GB DDR3 (1 GB reserved for System, 1 GB for Games) |
| Storage | 128 MB Flash (internal firmware); supports external USB drives for game loading | 8 GB (Basic) or 32 GB (Deluxe) Internal Flash |
| Expandable | Yes, via USB flash drive (supports .ATR, .CAS, .CRT, and .EXE files) | Supports SD/SDHC cards and USB External HDDs (up to 2 TB) |
| Disc Drive | None (Decorative cartridge slot) | Proprietary 25 GB High-Density Optical Discs (Blu-ray based) |
| Video Output | ||
| Resolution | 720p HD (via HDMI) | 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 480p, 480i |
| Max FPS | 60 FPS (Supports 50Hz/60Hz toggle) | 60 FPS |
| HDR | No | No |
| VRR | No | No |
| Ray Tracing | No --- Display Features: CRT Filter, 4:3 or Pixel-Perfect aspect ratios, and decorative screen borders | No |
| Audio | ||
| Formats | Two-channel Stereo via HDMI | Six-channel (5.1) Linear PCM via HDMI |
| Headphones | No direct jack (requires USB audio or HDMI pass-through) | 3.5mm jack located on the GamePad |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI | 1x HDMI Out | 1x HDMI 1.4 |
| USB | 5x USB-A ports (4 front, 1 rear) for controllers, keyboards, and storage | 4x USB 2.0 (2 front, 2 rear) |
| Ethernet | No | Requires USB-to-Ethernet adapter (No built-in port) |
| Wi-Fi | No | 802.11 b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | No (Wired USB connectivity) | Bluetooth 4.0 (primarily for Wii controllers) |
| Services | ||
| Online Multiplayer | No | Nintendo Network (Free until 2024 shutdown) |
| Cloud Saves | No | Not natively supported (mostly local) |
| Subscription | No | None (Standard online was free) |
| Remote Play | No | "Off-TV Play" (Stream games directly to the GamePad) |
| Controller | ||
| Included | THECXSTICK (Modernized USB version of the CX40 joystick) | 1x Wii U GamePad (6.2-inch resistive touchscreen) |
| Features | 8 total buttons (7 new function buttons integrated into the classic stick design) | Built-in Camera, Mic, NFC, Motion Control, TV Remote functionality |
| Compatibility | ||
| Backward | Emulates Atari 400, 800, XL, and XE series, plus the Atari 5200 console | Full native support for Wii Discs and Wii controllers |
| VR Support | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Dimensions | 6.0" x 5.25" x 2.0" (Half-scale of the original) | 6.8" x 10.5" x 1.8" (172 x 268 x 46 mm) |
| Weight | 8.8 oz (Approx. 250g) | ~3.5 lbs (1.6 kg) |
| Color | 1970s Beige/Orange (Retro aesthetic) | White (Basic) or Black (Deluxe) |
| Power | ||
| Consumption | Very Low; powered via USB-C (5V/1A required) | ~75W Max (Very efficient compared to its peers) |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the Box | Console, THECXSTICK Joystick, HDMI Cable, USB-C Power Cable, 25 Built-in Games (including Berzerk, Millipede, M.U.L.E., and Star Raiders II) | Console, GamePad, AC Adapters, HDMI Cable, Sensor Bar (Deluxe included stands and Nintendo Land) |
| Price | $119.99 / £99.99 | $299.99 (Basic) / $349.99 (Deluxe) |
| Full Details | 400 Mini - Full Specifications | Wii U - Full Specifications |